2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Honda Jazz 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 444 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Astra (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |