2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-150 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
