2011 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 296 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
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, 2011 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Astra | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Astra | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
