2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra 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 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 2008 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Elantra | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |