2010 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Sonata and 2010 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2010 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Sonata | Astra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |