2005 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 133 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Astra | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
