2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2003 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2003 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |