2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 279 kg more 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
