2000 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Audi A2.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
