2004 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
