2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2007 Ford E-250 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-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-250 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |