2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 908 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi Q7 2008 Opel Astra
Make Audi Opel
Model Q7 Astra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3595 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 13.6 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 2240 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 52 L


 

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