2002 Honda Capa vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 533 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Capa | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Capa | Vectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |