2002 Honda City vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 288 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2012 Opel Astra (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |