2003 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 520 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | iQ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 32 L |
