2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 496 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
