2006 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |