2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 8 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
