2006 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2172 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |