2006 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
