2008 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
