2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 44 L |
