Opel Astra 1998 vs Opel Astra 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 90 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 125 NM | 125 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds | |
| Opel Astra 1998 and Opel Astra 2004 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Opel Astra 1998 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 | 6.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.5 l/100km | 6.8 l/100km | |
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The Opel Astra 2004 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Opel Astra 1998 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra 2004, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Astra 1998 could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Astra 1998 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra 2004. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 52 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 1000 km on highway | ||
| 690 km with real consumption | 760 km with real consumption | ||
| Opel Astra 2004 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Opel Corsa | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Opel Meriva, Opel Corsa, Opel Combo | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Opel Astra 2004 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.11 m | 4.25 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.75 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.46 m | |
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Opel Astra 1998 is smaller. Opel Astra 1998 is 14 cm shorter than the Opel Astra 2004, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Opel Astra 1998 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1180 litres | 1330 litres | |
| Opel Astra 1998 has 10 litres less trunk space than the Opel Astra 2004. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra 2004 (by 150 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Astra 1998 is 0.3 metres more than that of the Opel Astra 2004. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`610 | 1`705 | |
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| Quality: | Opel Astra 2004 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Opel Astra 1998 has serious deffects in 130 percent more cases than Opel Astra 2004, so Opel Astra 2004 quality is probably significantly better | ||
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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