2006 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 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), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 32 L |
