2006 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Toyota Will
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 Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Will (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 55 kg more than 2003 Toyota Will.
Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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 Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2003 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. 2003 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2003 Toyota Will | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Will |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |