2003 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 28.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
