2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 2006 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |