2006 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
