2006 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 137 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |
