2004 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 2004 Opel Astra and 2003 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Opel Astra (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2004 Opel Astra | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |