2009 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 2009 Opel Astra and 2005 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 217 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
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, 2009 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
