2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 1999 Honda Passport

To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.

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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Vauxhall Vectra 1999 Honda Passport
Make Vauxhall Honda
Model Vectra Passport
Year Released 2002 1999
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 190 HP
Torque 164 Nm 256 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm


 

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