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 1,998 cc, 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.

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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Elantra 2008 Opel Astra
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Elantra Astra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 0 HP
Torque 236 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1188 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 52 L


 

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