2005 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Xedos |
| Model | Astra | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
