2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Honda Pilot and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Pilot | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 52 L |