2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2736 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
