2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2010 BMW X6 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. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Vectra | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
