2001 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Honda Legend and 2001 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |