Opel Astra 2004 vs Opel Astra 1998
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.9 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| 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: | 150 HP | 82 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 185 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds | |
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Opel Astra 2004 is more dynamic to drive. Opel Astra 2004 engine produces 68 HP more power than Opel Astra 1998, whereas torque is 135 NM more than Opel Astra 1998. Thanks to more power Opel Astra 2004 reaches 100 km/h speed 5.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 5.8 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 52 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 890 km in combined cycle | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| 1060 km on highway | 1080 km on highway | ||
| 800 km with real consumption | 830 km with real consumption | ||
| 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Opel Astra 1998 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel Vectra, Opel Signum | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel Vectra | |
| 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: | 4.25 m | 4.11 m | |
| Width: | 1.75 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.42 m | |
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Opel Astra 2004 is larger. Opel Astra 2004 is 14 cm longer than the Opel Astra 1998, 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 1998. 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 1998, which means Opel Astra 2004 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`885 | 1`745 | |
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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 (€): | 1200 | 1000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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