2004 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 73 L |