2005 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 159 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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 (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Astra | Jazz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |