2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 87 L |