2009 Saturn Astra vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Astra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Saturn Astra | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |