2005 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (121 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |