2010 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
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 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Eos | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Eos | Astra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |