2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Audi A3 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Astra | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |