2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Vectra | ILX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
