2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tacoma | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2610 mm |
