2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CR-V | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
