2002 Honda Life 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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |