2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 167 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.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Astra | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |