2004 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra.
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 (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
