2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 474 kg more 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |