1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Metro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
