2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Opel Astra

To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise 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. Both 2006 Lotus Elise and 2005 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (121 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.

Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2006 Lotus Elise. 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lotus Elise 2005 Opel Astra
Make Lotus Opel
Model Elise Astra
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 121 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 88.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 52 L


 

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