2005 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 603 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
