2007 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
