2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
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 (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Astra | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |