2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 218 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, 2010 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |