2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |