2001 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra.
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 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Astra | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
