2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop vs. 2012 Opel Astra GTC 1.9 CDTi Sport
To start off, both 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop and 2012 Opel Astra GTC 1.9 CDTi Sport 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 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra GTC 1.9 CDTi Sport. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra GTC 1.9 CDTi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra GTC 1.9 CDTi Sport weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop.
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 GTC 1.9 CDTi Sport (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra GTC 1.9 CDTi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Cosmo Twintop | 2012 Opel Astra GTC 1.9 CDTi Sport | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Astra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |