2003 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |