2012 Fiat Sedici vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Sedici 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Sedici | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Sedici | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
