2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 836 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1946 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 87 L |
