2002 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
