2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
