2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 351 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
