2008 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 830 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Astra | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
