2006 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 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 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Astra | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |