2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 53 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.
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 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 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 | 1318 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |