2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Touareg | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |