2005 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 610 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 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Astra | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
