2010 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2010 Opel Astra and 2010 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2010 Opel Astra and 2010 Toyota Hilux are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Opel Astra | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Hilux |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
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 | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |