2002 Honda Saber vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Honda Saber. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Saber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Saber | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Saber | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2649 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
