2006 Honda Element vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 598 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
