2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
