2007 Opel Astra vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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, 2007 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Echo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
