2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Opel Vectra | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |