2001 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 223 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2004 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
