2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2004 Honda CR-V and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda CR-V 2004 Opel Vectra
Make Honda Opel
Model CR-V Vectra
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2359 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 165 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 88.2 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1478 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 60 L


 

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