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 122 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 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 577 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (281 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 87 L |
