2001 Honda Stream vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Stream would be higher. Both 2001 Honda Stream and 2009 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 191 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream. 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, 2009 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Stream | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
