2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-350 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
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 | 5390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |