2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz.
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 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
