2005 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 407 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.1 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 | 1355 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
