2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 516 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
