2010 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Opel Astra | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |