2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 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 S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
