2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Honda HR-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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 74 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 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | HR-V | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1183 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |