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. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 266 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |