2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic is newer by 6 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 342 kg more 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, 2008 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
