2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 181 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30.
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, 2007 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | i30 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
