2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |