2006 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 285 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
