2005 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 7 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Astra | i40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1181 kg | 1534 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
