2007 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
