2007 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 64 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, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1362 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
