2007 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 111 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Astra | Accent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
