2007 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
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 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Touran | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
