2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Opel Vectra and 2001 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra.
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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Vectra | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
