2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2010 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Vectra | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
