2004 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2003 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
