2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 813 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |