2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Toyota Aygo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc, 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
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 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
