2000 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 785 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (301 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Insight | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
