2012 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 620 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Astra | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Astra | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2895 mm |