2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
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, 2009 Opel Astra (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
