2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa and 2008 Saturn Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Saturn Astra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Corsa | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 46 L |