2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Cruze and 2012 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. 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, 2012 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 2012 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cruze | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
