2005 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
