2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1096 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 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2361 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
