2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 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), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 251 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2009 Honda Odyssey 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. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Odyssey | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |