2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Renault Twingo. 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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Twingo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |