2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Honda FR-V and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (198 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | FR-V | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |