2009 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2009 Opel Astra and 2009 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 551 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra. 2009 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Astra | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
