2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 875 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |