2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup 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 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pickup | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pickup | Vectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |