2012 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Astra | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Astra | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |