Opel Astra 2001 vs Opel Astra 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 75 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 110 NM | 125 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15 seconds | 13.7 seconds | |
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Opel Astra 2004 is a more dynamic driving. Opel Astra 2001 engine produces 15 HP less power than Opel Astra 2004, whereas torque is 15 NM less than Opel Astra 2004. Due to the lower power, Opel Astra 2001 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 | 6.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km | 6.8 l/100km | |
| By specification Opel Astra 2001 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra 2004, which means that by driving the Opel Astra 2001 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 52 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 830 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 1000 km on highway | 1000 km on highway | ||
| 760 km with real consumption | 760 km with real consumption | ||
| 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: | 370'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Opel Agila | 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 2001 is smaller. Opel Astra 2001 is 14 cm shorter than the Opel Astra 2004, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Opel Astra 2001 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1180 litres | 1330 litres | |
| Opel Astra 2001 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: | 10.1 meters | 10.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Astra 2001 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Opel Astra 2004, which means Opel Astra 2001 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`570 | 1`705 | |
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| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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