2006 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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 (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
