2005 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1615 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 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 108 L |
