2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |