2003 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 87 L |
