2003 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
