2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 143 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, 2008 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1686 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |