2008 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Hyundai i30

To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Opel Astra 2010 Hyundai i30
Make Opel Hyundai
Model Astra i30
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.1 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 53 L


 

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