2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
