1999 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Camry (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
