2006 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (198 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 545 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
