2007 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 180 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 S4 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 S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | S4 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |