2000 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
