2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 2008 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |