2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 158 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2007 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
