2002 Honda NSX 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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
