2011 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 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 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A3 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
