2000 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1328 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
