2000 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 94 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Vectra | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2651 mm |
