2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 4 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 7 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Baja |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |