2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 92 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 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
