2003 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
