Opel Astra 2015 vs Peugeot 308 2017
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 125 HP | 110 HP | |
| Torque: | 245 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds | |
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Opel Astra is more dynamic to drive. Opel Astra engine produces 15 HP more power than Peugeot 308, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Peugeot 308. Thanks to more power Opel Astra reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.6 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 litres | 53 litres | |
| 690 km with real consumption | 770 km with real consumption | ||
| Ground clearance: | 150 mm (5.9 inches) | 110 mm (4.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Peugeot 308 2017 1.2 engine: Because the timing belt is placed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to axial play in the crankshaft. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.37 m | 4.25 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.49 m | 1.46 m | |
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Opel Astra is larger. Opel Astra is 12 cm longer than the Peugeot 308, width is practically the same , while the height of Opel Astra is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | 420 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1210 litres | 1228 litres | |
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Peugeot 308 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Opel Astra has 50 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 308. 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 Peugeot 308 (by 18 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.7 metres more than that of the Peugeot 308, which means Opel Astra can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`820 | 1`720 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | below average | |
| Opel Astra has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 308 has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Opel Astra, so Opel Astra quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 8800 | 11 200 | |
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