2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 Opel Astra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |