2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 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 (287 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
