2001 Honda Integra vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Integra would be higher. Both 2001 Honda Integra and 2002 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Honda Integra. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Honda Integra. 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, 2002 Opel Astra (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Integra. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Integra. 2001 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Integra | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Integra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
