2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1503 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 |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |