2005 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 546 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
