2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
