2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Opel 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |