2009 Saturn Astra vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Astra (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Because 2001 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will 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, 2001 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra. 2001 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Astra | 2001 Toyota Will | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Will |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |