2004 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
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 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |