2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Honda FR-V and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | FR-V | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |