1998 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 133 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Vectra | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
