Mazda 3 2009 vs Opel Astra 2010
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mazda 3) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Opel Astra) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 167 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 228 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 9.2 seconds | |
| Mazda 3 engine produces 7 HP more power than Opel Astra, but torque is 122 NM less than Opel Astra. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 | 5.8 | |
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The Opel Astra is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 3 consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 3 could require 285 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 56 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 770 km in combined cycle | 960 km in combined cycle | |
| 880 km on highway | 1210 km on highway | ||
| Opel Astra gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Opel Astra 2010 2.0 engine: The Opel 2.0 CDTI A20DTH is a strong and efficient diesel engine that delivers good performance and reasonable fuel consumption. However, it also has several well-known weak points that require attention if long service life is expected. With proper care the engine can cover high mileage, but neglecting maintenance ... More about Opel Astra 2010 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.51 m | |
| Mazda 3 is 8 cm longer than the Opel Astra, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 3 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 481 litres | 370 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1360 litres | 1235 litres | |
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Mazda 3 has more luggage capacity. Mazda 3 has 111 litres more trunk space than the Opel Astra. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 125 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 1 metres less than that of the Opel Astra, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`065 | |
| 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 (€): | 2600 | 3000 | |
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