2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 5 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. Both 2001 Opel Vectra and 2006 Rover 75 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 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 2006 Rover 75.
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 (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
