The Comparative Analysis :
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI DSG (11 - 13) vs. Opel Astra 1.6 Automatic (09 - 12)
€ 29,500
€ 20,900
€ 29,500
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 20,900
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI is 7.8 inches shorter, 1.5 inches narrower and 5.3 inches taller than the Opel Astra 1.6.
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Opel Astra 1.6
64.8
69.9
76.6
59.4
71.4
79.3
69.9 in
Width
71.4 in
76.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.3 in
64.8 in
Height
59.4 in
101.5
166.2
105.7
174
166.2 in
Length
174 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
105.7 in
Vehicle Weight
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Opel Astra 1.6
3318 lb
Curb Weight
3027 lb
4475 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4123 lb
Weight Difference:
291 lb
8.77 %
General
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Opel Astra 1.6
1KP
Generation
P-J
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Opel Astra 1.6
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CAY*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
Power
113 hp
at 6000 rpm
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
104 hp
113 hp
Opel Astra 1.6
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
114 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
184 lb‑ft
114 lb‑ft
Opel Astra 1.6
Performance
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Opel Astra 1.6
110 mph
Maximum Speed
113 mph
12 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
13.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
548 ft
0.000 sec
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
607 ft
0.000 sec
Opel Astra 1.6
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31.9 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
26.79 lb/hp
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
31.9 lb/hp
26.79 lb/hp
Opel Astra 1.6
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Opel Astra 1.6
Fuel Economy
44 mpg
combined
33 mpg
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
44 mpg
33 mpg
Opel Astra 1.6
39 mpg
city
24 mpg
48 mpg
highway
42 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gal
645 mi
Range
490 mi
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
645 mi
490 mi
Opel Astra 1.6
Environmental Impact
109.1 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
134.5 kWh
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
109.1 kWh
134.5 kWh
Opel Astra 1.6
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
222 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
269 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Opel Astra 1.6
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1157 lb
Maximum Payload
1096 lb
11.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.5 cu ft
41.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
35 cu ft
