2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | CR-V | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
