2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 499 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |