2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 352 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Astra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
