2005 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
