2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Atos 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 601 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 2007 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
