2005 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |