2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, both 2001 Opel Vectra and 2001 Infiniti I were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 195 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 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 2001 Infiniti I 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 I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Vectra | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Opel | Infiniti |
Model | Vectra | I |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |