2010 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
