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