2008 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 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 316 kg more than 2012 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 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
