2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Rover 25.
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 (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Astra | 25 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |