2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
