2011 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 161 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 2001 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
