The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.
Performance
Power:
75 HP
75 HP
Torque:
110 NM
128 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
15 seconds
15 seconds
Opel Astra and Volkswagen Bora have the same engine power, but Opel Astra torque is 18 NM less than Volkswagen Bora.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.2
6.7
Real fuel consumption:
6.8 l/100km
6.8 l/100km
The Opel Astra is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Opel Astra consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Bora, which means that by driving the Opel Astra over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
52 litres
55 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
830 km in combined cycle
820 km in combined cycle
1000 km on highway
1010 km on highway
760 km with real consumption
800 km with real consumption
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
370'000 km
350'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
4 years
3 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Opel Agila
Used also on Volkswagen Golf
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Opel Astra might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.11 m
4.38 m
Width:
1.71 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.45 m
Opel Astra is smaller. Opel Astra is 27 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Bora, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Opel Astra is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
370 litres
455 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1180 litres
785 litres
Opel Astra has 85 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Bora. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra (by 395 litres).
Turning diameter:
10.1 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Bora, which means Opel Astra can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
