2004 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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. Both 2004 Honda Accord and 2000 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (190 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 8 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
