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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 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 118 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 | 1795 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |