2003 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
