2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.

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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 2005 Opel Vectra
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Vectra
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 222 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1418 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 58 L


 

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