2012 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 92 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |