2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |