2001 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 2001 Opel Astra and 2001 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra. 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra. 2001 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Astra | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Previa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |