2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Econovan and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc, 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2005 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Astra (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Econovan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1103 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
