2007 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |