2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra.
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, 2004 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A4 | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |