2006 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2006 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 79 L |