2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |