2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |