2005 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 682 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |
