2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |