1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Opel Vectra | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2748 mm |