2000 Honda Legend vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (118 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 277 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Legend | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |