2004 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (139 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
