2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 89 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
