2008 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 46 kg more than 2010 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 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
