2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 147 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
