2007 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 157 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 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
