2007 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.

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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Astra 2008 Toyota Highlander
Make Opel Toyota
Model Astra Highlander
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3546 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1384 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 73 L


 

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