2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 381 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
