2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
