2001 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Infiniti QX4 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2001 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 2001 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Infiniti QX4 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | QX4 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |