2006 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi vs. 2006 Opel Astra 1.4
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi and 2006 Opel Astra 1.4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra 1.4. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra 1.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra 1.4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1.9 CDTi (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra 1.4. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra 1.4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi | 2006 Opel Astra 1.4 | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |