2000 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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 Sentra (184 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sentra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
