2003 Honda Z vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2003 Honda Z and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 550 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 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Z Vectra
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 654 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 61 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1510 mm


 

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