2008 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 4 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2008 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Astra | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
