2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |