2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 473 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
