2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
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, 2011 Opel Astra (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
