2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 ZAZ Tavrija
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 ZAZ Tavrija were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. 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.
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2005 Opel Astra | 2005 ZAZ Tavrija | |
Make | Opel | ZAZ |
Model | Astra | Tavrija |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |