2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 3 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 32 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
