2007 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 245 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
