2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tucson | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |