1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
