2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 593 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1595 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.1 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 | 1450 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |