2002 Honda City vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 338 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |