2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. Both 2009 Honda Accord and 2006 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 139 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.4 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 | 1532 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |