2006 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
