2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (198 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |