2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 668 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra.
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 (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
