2004 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.9:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1325 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |