2003 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
