2006 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 695 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2006 Opel Astra (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Astra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 33 L |
