2007 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 43 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 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 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |