2012 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, both 2012 Opel Astra and 2012 Audi A5 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
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 Audi A5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Astra | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Astra | A5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |
