2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (139 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 52 L |
