Opel Astra 2004 vs Opel Astra 1999
Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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Engine: | 1.7 Diesel | 1.7 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
Power: | 80 HP | 68 HP | |
Torque: | 170 NM | 132 NM | |
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15 seconds | 17 seconds | |
Opel Astra 2004 is more dynamic to drive. Opel Astra 2004 engine produces 12 HP more power than Opel Astra 1999, whereas torque is 38 NM more than Opel Astra 1999. Thanks to more power Opel Astra 2004 reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 | 5.9 | |
Real fuel consumption: | 5.6 l/100km | 6.0 l/100km | |
The Opel Astra 2004 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Opel Astra 2004 consumes 1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra 1999, which means that by driving the Opel Astra 2004 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 150 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Astra 2004 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra 1999. | |||
Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 52 litres | |
Full fuel tank distance: | 1060 km in combined cycle | 880 km in combined cycle | |
1260 km on highway | 1060 km on highway | ||
920 km with real consumption | 860 km with real consumption | ||
Opel Astra 2004 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | |
Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Astra 2004 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Opel Astra 2004 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
Length: | 4.25 m | 4.11 m | |
Width: | 1.75 m | 1.71 m | |
Height: | 1.46 m | 1.42 m | |
Opel Astra 2004 is larger. Opel Astra 2004 is 14 cm longer than the Opel Astra 1999, 4 cm wider, while the height of Opel Astra 2004 is 4 cm higher. | |||
Trunk capacity: | 380 litres | 370 litres | |
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1330 litres | 1180 litres | |
Opel Astra 2004 has 10 litres more trunk space than the Opel Astra 1999. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra 2004 (by 150 litres). | |||
Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | 10.1 meters | |
The turning circle of the Opel Astra 2004 is 0.4 metres more than that of the Opel Astra 1999, which means Opel Astra 2004 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
Gross weight (kg): | 1`840 | 1`665 | |
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Quality: | Opel Astra 2004 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Opel Astra 1999 has serious deffects in 140 percent more cases than Opel Astra 2004, so Opel Astra 2004 quality is probably significantly better | ||
Average price (€): | 1400 | 1000 | |
Rating in user reviews: | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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