2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 362 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 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
