2006 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Astra | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
