2004 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius.
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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |