2008 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 958 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 99 L |
