2007 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 706 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
