2007 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Astra | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
