2006 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
