2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1278 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 Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |