2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 85 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 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A3 | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |