2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1040 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Transporter | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.4 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
