2002 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Hilux |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |