2007 Ford Territory vs. 2007 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2007 Opel Astra
Make Ford Opel
Model Territory Astra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Crossover Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.2 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 52 L


 

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