2004 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |