2003 Honda Fit vs. 2003 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2003 Honda Fit and 2003 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Astra (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2003 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Fit | Astra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |