Opel Astra 2010 vs Audi A3 2008

 
Opel Astra
2010 - 2012
Audi A3
2008 - 2013
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Diesel2.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 160 HP140 HP
Torque: 350 NM320 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9 seconds9.6 seconds
Opel Astra is more dynamic to drive.
Opel Astra engine produces 20 HP more power than Audi A3, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Audi A3. Thanks to more power Opel Astra reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.95.1
Real fuel consumption: 6.5 l/100km5.4 l/100km
The Audi A3 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise.
By specification Opel Astra consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3, which means that by driving the Opel Astra over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Opel Astra consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3.
Fuel tank capacity: 56 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1140 km in combined cycle1070 km in combined cycle
1360 km on highway1300 km on highway
860 km with real consumption1010 km with real consumption
Ground clearance: 160 mm (6.3 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.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 350'000 km390'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A3 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 7 years8 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel InsigniaInstalled on at least 12 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Sharan
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A3 might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.42 m4.29 m
Width: 1.81 m1.76 m
Height: 1.51 m1.42 m
Opel Astra is larger.
Opel Astra is 13 cm longer than the Audi A3, 5 cm wider, while the height of Opel Astra is 9 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 370 litres370 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1235 litres1104 litres
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters10.7 meters
The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.7 metres more than that of the Audi A3, which means Opel Astra can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`0651`920
Safety: no data
Quality:
average

above average
Audi A3 has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Opel Astra has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Audi A3, so Audi A3 quality is probably better
Average price (€): 40006600
Pros and Cons: Opel Astra has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • higher ground clearance
  • lower price
Audi A3 has
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • better manoeuvrability
  • fewer faults
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