2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
