2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
