2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
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, 2008 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GT | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |