2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |