2006 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20. 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, 2006 Opel Astra (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20. 2010 Hyundai i20 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. 2010 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Opel Astra | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Astra | i20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |