2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 569 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |