2005 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
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 Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 Verossa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
