1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 1999 Jeep Wrangler and 1999 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.

Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Jeep Wrangler 1999 Opel Vectra
Make Jeep Opel
Model Wrangler Vectra
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3960 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 184 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 2950 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2650 mm


 

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