Opel Astra 1998 vs Opel Astra 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 100 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 150 NM | 150 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
| Opel Astra 1998 engine produces 5 HP less power than Opel Astra 2004, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite less power, Opel Astra 1998 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 | 6.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.4 l/100km | 7.3 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 0.6 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 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Astra 1998 consumes 0.1 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 | 800 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| 700 km with real consumption | 710 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: | 380'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Opel Vectra | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel Vectra, Opel Meriva | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Opel Astra 1998 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
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: | 10.1 meters | 10.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Astra 1998 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Opel Astra 2004, which means Opel Astra 1998 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`625 | 1`740 | |
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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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