Opel Astra 2007 vs Mazda 3 2009
| Body: | Cabrio | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 187 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
| Opel Astra engine produces 20 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 63 NM more than Mazda 3. Despite the higher power, Opel Astra reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.2 | 7.4 | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Opel Astra consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Astra could require 270 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 560 km in combined cycle | 740 km in combined cycle | |
| 740 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| Mazda 3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 122 mm (4.8 inches) | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.48 m | 4.46 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.47 m | |
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Opel Astra is larger, but lower. Opel Astra is 2 cm longer than the Mazda 3, width is practically the same , while the height of Opel Astra is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 205 litres | 340 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
440 litres | 1360 litres | |
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Mazda 3 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Opel Astra has 135 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 3. This could mean that the Opel Astra uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 920 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.8 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Opel Astra can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`975 | 1`800 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Mazda 3 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Opel Astra, so Mazda 3 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 3800 | 4000 | |
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