2004 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Vauxhall Vectra | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1433 mm |