2003 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
