2001 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Sonata and 2001 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Sonata | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Sonata | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
