2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Tiguan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
