2004 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 63 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |