2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Honda S2000 and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
