2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Renault Sandero
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Renault Sandero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Renault Sandero. 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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Sandero |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |