2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 264 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |