2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Astra | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |