2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |