2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Corvette and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 789 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |