2008 Opel Astra GTC 1.8 Panoramic vs. 2008 Opel Astra 1.3 CDTi Caravan
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra GTC 1.8 Panoramic and 2008 Opel Astra 1.3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra GTC 1.8 Panoramic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra 1.3 CDTi Caravan weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra GTC 1.8 Panoramic.
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 1.3 CDTi Caravan (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra GTC 1.8 Panoramic. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra 1.3 CDTi Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra GTC 1.8 Panoramic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra GTC 1.8 Panoramic | 2008 Opel Astra 1.3 CDTi Caravan | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |