2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 232 kg more than 2013 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
