2007 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2003 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 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 | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |