2011 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
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 ix20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai ix20 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Astra | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Astra | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1625 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
