2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Opa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Opa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
