2002 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2002 Opel Astra and 2002 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Astra | Superb |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
