Opel Astra 2010 vs Volkswagen Golf 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 180 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 NM | 148 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 11.3 seconds | |
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Opel Astra is more dynamic to drive. Opel Astra engine produces 78 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 82 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Thanks to more power Opel Astra reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 | 6.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.6 l/100km | 7.1 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Opel Astra consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Astra could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Astra consumes 2.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 740 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 940 km on highway | 1000 km on highway | ||
| 580 km with real consumption | 770 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Golf gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 150 mm (5.9 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Opel Insignia | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A3, Volkswagen Touran | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Golf might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Volkswagen Golf engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Volkswagen Golf 2008 1.6 engine: This engine is simple and reliable, rarely causing significant issues for owners.
Fluctuating idle speed is often linked to a clogged fuel pump strainer or air leaks in the intake system. If vibrations or ... More about Volkswagen Golf 2008 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.42 m | 4.20 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.51 m | 1.48 m | |
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Opel Astra is larger. Opel Astra is 22 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 2 cm wider, while the height of Opel Astra is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | 350 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1235 litres | 1305 litres | |
| Opel Astra has 20 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Golf (by 70 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.4 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Opel Astra can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`870 | 1`810 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| Volkswagen Golf has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Opel Astra, so Volkswagen Golf quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 3600 | 3600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 8.7/10 | |
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