2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |