2002 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |