2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 658 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Accord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
