2005 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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 (217 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |