2006 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (198 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Astra | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |