2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Scion xA were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Scion xA. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Scion xA. 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 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xA. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Scion xA | |
Make | Opel | Scion |
Model | Astra | xA |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |