2000 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (190 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
