2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-150 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
