2000 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.

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 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura Integra 2002 Opel Vectra
Make Acura Opel
Model Integra Vectra
Year Released 2000 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 61 L


 

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