2006 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 365 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
