2004 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
