2010 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 592 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Odyssey | Astra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5133 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1748 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |