2003 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius.
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 (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
