2006 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. Both 2006 Opel Astra and 2004 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1315 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
