2006 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Toyota Will
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 Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (198 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will.
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 Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Will |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
