2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.4 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
