2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.

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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Vectra 2007 Opel Vectra
Make Opel Opel
Model Vectra Vectra
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 61 L


 

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