2011 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Astra | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Astra | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |