2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord 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 61 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 183 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |