2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |