2008 Mazda MPV vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MPV 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 (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 275 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.
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 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MPV | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MPV | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
