2009 Saturn Astra vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Astra (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn Astra (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Astra | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Saturn | Fiat |
| Model | Astra | Albea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
