2009 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Astra | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |