2006 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |