2004 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 5 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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |