2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V.
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, 2008 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
