2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 266 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2010 Honda Element 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. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Element |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2576 mm |
