2003 Honda Z vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Honda Z and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Z | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Z | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 654 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |