2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Honda FR-V and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | FR-V | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |