2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |