2008 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
