2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 163 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
