2003 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 704 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 79 L |
