2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 498 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2456 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
