2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.

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 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Astra 2007 Toyota RAV4
Make Opel Toyota
Model Astra RAV4
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2231 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 16.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 60 L


 

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