2009 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Fit | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
