2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 117 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
