Volkswagen Golf 2008 vs Opel Astra 2010

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

Performance

Power: 140 HP160 HP
Torque: 320 NM350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds9 seconds
Opel Astra is a more dynamic driving.
Volkswagen Golf engine produces 20 HP less power than Opel Astra, whereas torque is 30 NM less than Opel Astra. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.54.9
Real fuel consumption: 5.8 l/100km6.5 l/100km
The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise.
By specification Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Golf could require 90 litres more fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra.
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres56 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1000 km in combined cycle1140 km in combined cycle
1220 km on highway1360 km on highway
940 km with real consumption860 km with real consumption

Drive type

Wheel drive type: 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)Front wheel drive (FWD)

Volkswagen Golf has 4x4: It has Haldex Generation IV automatic proactive all-wheel drive. Haldex analyzes data from the ABS control unit and the engine control unit and can increase the pressure on the multi-plate clutch for faster activation when needed. It has a 100% front to 0% rear torque split when not engaged with a max 50/50 torque split.

Ground clearance: 150 mm (5.9 inches)160 mm (6.3 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: 390'000 km350'000 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 Volkswagen Golf engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 8 years7 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 12 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Sharan, Audi A3Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel Insignia
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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.20 m4.42 m
Width: 1.79 m1.81 m
Height: 1.48 m1.51 m
Volkswagen Golf is smaller.
Volkswagen Golf is 22 cm shorter than the Opel Astra, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 350 litres370 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1230 litres1235 litres
Volkswagen Golf has 20 litres less trunk space than the Opel Astra. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra (by 5 litres).
Turning diameter: 11 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.4 metres less than that of the Opel Astra, which means Volkswagen Golf can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`0002`065
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

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 (€): 44004000
Rating in user reviews: 8.7/10 8.3/10
Pros and Cons: Volkswagen Golf has
  • has 4x4 drive
  • longer expected engine lifespan
Opel Astra has
  • more power
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
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