2006 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Astra | i20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
