2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 52 L |