2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 365 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 (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
