2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 9 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 298 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
