2005 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
