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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4300 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 Opel Astra weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2005 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |