2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
