2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 463 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. 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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
