2003 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |