2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Touareg and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 985 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Touareg | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |