2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Sport vs. 2012 Opel Astra GTC 2.0 Turbo Sport

To start off, both 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Sport and 2012 Opel Astra GTC 2.0 Turbo Sport were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Sport and 2012 Opel Astra GTC 2.0 Turbo Sport are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra GTC 2.0 Turbo Sport weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Sport.

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, both vehicles can yield 262 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Opel Astra 2.0 Turbo Sport 2012 Opel Astra GTC 2.0 Turbo Sport
Make Opel Opel
Model Astra Astra
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 52 L


 

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