2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1251 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Highlander | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
