2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Astra | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |