2000 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (190 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 671 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Astra | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Highlander |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |