2012 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Insight | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Astra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |