2003 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
