2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 175 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Wrangler | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
