2007 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi Automatic vs. 2007 Opel Astra GTC 1.3 CDTi Automatic
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi Automatic and 2007 Opel Astra GTC 1.3 CDTi Automatic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi Automatic (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra GTC 1.3 CDTi Automatic. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi Automatic should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra GTC 1.3 CDTi Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi Automatic weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra GTC 1.3 CDTi Automatic. 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 1.9 CDTi Automatic (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra GTC 1.3 CDTi Automatic. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra GTC 1.3 CDTi Automatic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra 1.9 CDTi Automatic | 2007 Opel Astra GTC 1.3 CDTi Automatic | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
