2007 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |