2004 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
