2007 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |