2005 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Opel Astra | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Astra | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |