2007 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2009 Opel Astra

To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 2009 Opel Astra
Make Mitsubishi Opel
Model Grandis Astra
Year Released 2007 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1966 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 88.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 195 km/hour 208 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 52 L