2008 Opel Astra 1.6 Essentia vs. 2008 Opel Astra 1.7 CDTi Caravan
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra 1.6 Essentia and 2008 Opel Astra 1.7 CDTi Caravan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra 1.7 CDTi Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra 1.7 CDTi Caravan weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra 1.6 Essentia.
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, 2008 Opel Astra 1.7 CDTi Caravan (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra 1.6 Essentia. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra 1.7 CDTi Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra 1.6 Essentia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra 1.6 Essentia | 2008 Opel Astra 1.7 CDTi Caravan | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1686 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |