2000 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Condor is newer by 8 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 2,436 cc, 2008 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Condor weights approximately 456 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Condor will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Condor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2436 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
