Opel Astra 2012 vs Volvo V40 2012
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.7 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
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Volvo V40 is a more dynamic driving. Opel Astra engine produces 5 HP less power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Volvo V40. Due to the lower power, Opel Astra reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.7 | 3.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.8 l/100km | 5.0 l/100km | |
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The Volvo V40 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Opel Astra consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Astra could require 15 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Opel Astra consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1510 km in combined cycle | 1720 km in combined cycle | |
| 1640 km on highway | 1820 km on highway | ||
| 960 km with real consumption | 1240 km with real consumption | ||
| Volvo V40 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 133 mm (5.2 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. | |||
| Volvo V40 2012 1.6 engine: The main issues reported by owners are frequent oil and coolant leaks. The Siemens fuel system with piezo injectors is highly sensitive to fuel quality, requiring the use of high-grade diesel to avoid ... More about Volvo V40 2012 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.42 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.51 m | 1.44 m | |
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Opel Astra is larger. Opel Astra is 5 cm longer than the Volvo V40, 1 cm wider, while the height of Opel Astra is 8 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | 335 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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Opel Astra has more luggage capacity. Opel Astra has 35 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V40. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.3 metres more than that of the Volvo V40. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`940 | 1`890 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo V40 scores higher in safety tests, butOpel Astra is better rated in child safety tests. The Volvo V40 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| Volvo V40 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Opel Astra has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Volvo V40, so Volvo V40 quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 5000 | 8200 | |
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