2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Wrangler and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Wrangler | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
