2007 Honda Element vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Honda Element and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Element | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |