2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |