2005 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 50 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
