2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 389 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Golf | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |