2007 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Astra | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
