2000 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2000 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1328 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
