2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Highlander | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
