2003 Honda Logo 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 Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Honda Logo. 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, 2008 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Logo | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Logo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
