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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 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 590 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 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 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |