2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |