2007 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter

To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra.

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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Astra 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
Make Opel Volkswagen
Model Astra Transporter
Year Released 2007 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1685 cc 2460 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.4:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 80 L


 

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