2008 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 895 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 141 L |
