2005 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
