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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 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 260 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 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 | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |