2004 Honda City vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Honda City. 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, 2005 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |