2006 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
