2008 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |