2010 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, both 2010 Opel Astra and 2010 Audi S8 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 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, 2010 Audi S8 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra. 2010 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Opel Astra | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Astra | S8 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |