2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |