2005 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (114 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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 (173 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Aygo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 173 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |