2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 13 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |