2003 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 5 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 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
