2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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. Both 2002 Opel Vectra and 2006 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |