2001 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 653 kg more 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, 2001 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
