2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 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 Hyundai Azera (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 2003 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Azera | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |