2011 Ford E-250 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-250 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 2011 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-250 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-250 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2154 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 52 L |
