2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 729 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Titan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
