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. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (123 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 83 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (149 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1667 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1393 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 |