2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Honda HR-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 1,598 cc, 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Honda HR-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 HR-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 HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
