2006 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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, 2008 Toyota RunX (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | RunX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
