2005 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Prius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |