2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 113 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |