2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Vectra | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |