2005 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 260 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Auris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |