2012 Renault Trafic vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra. 2001 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Trafic | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Trafic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
