2006 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 221 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Condor |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |