2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Elantra and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2005 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Elantra | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |