2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
