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Opel Astra 1.8

General information

ModelOpel Astra 1.8
Year2002
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power124.70 PS (92 kW or 123 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque173.00 Nm (17.6 kgf-m or 127.6 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke80.5 x 88.2 mm (3.2 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1044 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4430 litres (1,170 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks, 264 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2610 mm (102.8 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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