2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Elise | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |