1998 Nissan Presea vs. 2003 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 554 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea. 2003 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Nissan Presea 2003 Opel Vectra
Make Nissan Opel
Model Presea Vectra
Year Released 1998 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1584 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2840 mm


 

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