2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
