2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 694 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel 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, 2005 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
