2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |