Skoda Rapid 2012 vs Opel Astra 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Skoda Rapid) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Opel Astra) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 HP | 330 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 440 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.6 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Skoda Rapid engine produces 225 HP less power than Opel Astra, whereas torque is 190 NM less than Opel Astra. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.3 | no data | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 136 mm (5.4 inches) | 80 mm (3.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Rapid 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 Skoda Rapid version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.48 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.95 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.38 m | |
| Skoda Rapid is 11 cm longer than the Opel Astra, 24 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Rapid is 8 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | 370 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1490 litres | 1210 litres | |
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Skoda Rapid has more luggage capacity. Skoda Rapid has 180 litres more trunk space than the Opel Astra. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Rapid (by 280 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Rapid is 0.5 metres less than that of the Opel Astra, which means Skoda Rapid can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`725 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Opel Astra has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Skoda Rapid, so Opel Astra quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 6000 | 7000 | |
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