2001 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
