2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
