2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 10 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 175 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.
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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Carens |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
