2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 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 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Polo | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |