2004 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 30 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 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |