2009 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2003 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
