2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |