Robin
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The Astra will be cheaper than the Corsa.
The Focus will handle better than the Corsa and Astra.
The Astra is better on the motorway yhan the Corsa as it doesn't need to rev as much, and therefore has better fuel economy.
The Focus isn't slower than the Astra.
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Bullet Proof SRi
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according to stats the focus 1.8 is 0-60 in 10secs.
the astra 1.8sxi is 0-60 8.5secs
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Robin
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well according to parkers just now, the 1.8 sxi is 9.5 seconds, the focus 1.8 is 9.9
but like I say, how often do you do that?...
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j10E W
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my friend had a focus 1.8 when i had my astra focus was alot slower my friends 1.6 astra wasnt far off it!!
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Robin
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depends on the model of focus, the same as a 1.8 cdx astra is slower than an sri.
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j10E W
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was a ''mp3'' edition
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Bullet Proof SRi
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robin just looked again its the sxi without air con that is 8.5secs lol.
how is that really possible though 1 second faster coz it doesent have aircon
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Robin
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because if the aircon is on, it drains power from the engine.
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Dav
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Considered an Astra G coupe over the 1.8 hatch models? Bigger than the Corsa and nicer than the hatch in my opinion (although I am a little bit biased!  )
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Bullet Proof SRi
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got any pics anyone of some astras with irmy gear on or some astra interior pics please
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scott d
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had problems with my corsa c - steering column, gearlinkage, cv joints and i think either the rack or 6 month old column is nackered.
astras are much more comfy and probably more reliable.
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Bullet Proof SRi
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ive been scanning the net over the last hour and have seen some nice looking astras.
The pics i have seen of the interior though look crap, even on the sxi/sri models. The corsa sri interior imo looks far better.
[Edited on 28-12-2006 by Bullet Proof SRi]
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Gez G
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quote:
Originally posted by Robin
Astra.
Doors clunk better, Dash feels better, seats are better, car is more practical, car has less stupid little annoying faults.
No contest for me.
On my second astra G now, was only a 1.6 16v sxi my first one, was r/r at 107 bhp, ran a 17.2 sec 1/4 mile, top speed was about 130mph.
Everything Robin says is true, know quite a few people with Corsa C`s so can tell the difference. Pic ofmy old one with all its Irmscher goodies.
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Bullet Proof SRi
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its a tough choice, im really not sure.
the astra looks a bit old now, the corsa is a wee bit quicker and looks like it has better interior imo.
yuor 1.6 astra seems quick at 130mph and quarter mile time, they are suposed to be alot slower then the 1.8
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j10E W
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my old girl was used to also belong to scoob aswell
interior looked ok did add more irmscher bits to it just before it sold which i never got pics of
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Robin
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I disagree about the 'Corsa interior is better' comment.
The seats in the Astra SRi are perfect, the dash is more solid, the doors feel better, it just feels put together better.
Sit in both, you'll agree.
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Bullet Proof SRi
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im not saying the corsa is vetter, it just looks better imo.
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Bullet Proof SRi
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robin that silver one looks good, i think i may just have to drive both a get the one i feel best suits me
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welshdude
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quote:
Originally posted by Bullet Proof SRi
The pics i have seen of the interior though look crap, even on the sxi/sri models. The corsa sri interior imo looks far better.
Not all of the astra interiors are bad.
This is a picture of my coupe SE2 interior
Half leather and blue alcantara. You can also get a similar style with white alcantara.
Moving from a 1.0 Corsa B to an Astra Coupe was the best move I've made car wise. Much nicer to drive and the 1.8 copes well in a heavy car.
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ackers2302
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well i got the 1.4 corsa c and ive had 125mph on the motorway so not sure what the 1.8 would be like. the corsa feels solid inside imo and look a bit better. i think you have to put more effort into makin the astra look nice.
both good cars tho, just try em out and see what you think, but id go for the corsa 1.8
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Bullet Proof SRi
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agreed, more effort does have to be put into the astra. i would be happy to drive round a standard corsa 1.8,
the astra looks very dated standard. i just love it when modded with irmy gear.
that coupe does have nice interior, but that model is not a option for me as i prefer teh hatchbacks.
the 1.8s are a nice cheap insurance group with good fuel economy and decent performance. thats why i have chosen that engine.
i think it is just a case of trying them both out though and seeing what i personally prefer.
[Edited on 29-12-2006 by Bullet Proof SRi]
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Nic Barnes
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quote:
Originally posted by ackers2302
well i got the 1.4 corsa c and ive had 125mph on the motorway
how big was the hill?
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ackers2302
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http://corsasport.co.uk/carimages/4455/DSC00097.JPG
http://corsasport.co.uk/carimages/4455/DSC00099.JPG
http://corsasport.co.uk/carimages/4455/DSC00086.JPG
http://corsasport.co.uk/carimages/4455/DSC00088.JPG
thats a few pics of mine, im happy with it feels solid and i think it looks nice as standard. yet to spend cash on it.
oh and i was in wales at the time, the hill weren't too bad but it still said 125 on the speedo so by the laws of physics i guess i was travelling at a speed of 125mph. unless muppetsport can come up with your own ideas on how fast things really go or do we even move at all......................
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Nic Barnes
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yes, speedo's are always 100% accurate............
please, wont somebody think of the children
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