2008 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster.
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 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
