2003 Honda City vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Astra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1384 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 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |