Volkswagen Golf 2009 vs Opel Astra 2010

 
Volkswagen Golf
2009 - 2013
Opel Astra
2010 - 2012
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.6 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 102 HP180 HP
Torque: 148 NM230 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.9 seconds8.8 seconds
Opel Astra is a more dynamic driving.
Volkswagen Golf engine produces 78 HP less power than Opel Astra, whereas torque is 82 NM less than Opel Astra. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 3.1 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.26.8
Real fuel consumption: 7.3 l/100km9.0 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 0.4 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 60 litres more fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volkswagen Golf consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra.
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres56 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 760 km in combined cycle820 km in combined cycle
960 km on highway1010 km on highway
750 km with real consumption620 km with real consumption
Ground clearance: 141 mm (5.6 inches)117 mm (4.6 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions.

Engines

Engine production duration: 10 years5 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Touran, Audi A3Used also on 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.
Hydraulic tappets: yesno
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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.53 m4.70 m
Width: 1.78 m1.81 m
Height: 1.50 m1.54 m
Volkswagen Golf is smaller.
Volkswagen Golf is 16 cm shorter than the Opel Astra, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 505 litres500 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1495 litres1550 litres
Volkswagen Golf has 5 litres more trunk space than the Opel Astra. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra (by 55 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters11.5 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.6 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): 1`8902`030
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 (€): 44003400
Rating in user reviews: 8.5/10 8.3/10
Pros and Cons: Volkswagen Golf has
  • higher ground clearance
  • better manoeuvrability
Opel Astra has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • lower price
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