2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Vectra (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2004 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |