2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 210 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Passat (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |