2001 Honda City vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 446 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2011 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |