2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Sienna | Astra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |