2005 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
