2009 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 Opel Astra and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Astra | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Astra | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |