2011 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Opel Astra 2010 Hyundai Atos
Make Opel Hyundai
Model Astra Atos
Year Released 2011 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5450 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.2 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 208 km/hour 146 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 16.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1278 kg 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 35 L


 

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