2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 187 kg more than 2002 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
