2004 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 11 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |