2002 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 221 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
