2008 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 165 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 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
