2000 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (190 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
