2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (237 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster 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 A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Opel Astra
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Astra
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 3000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Top Speed 250 km/hour 244 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 52 L


 

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