2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2012 Land Rover LR4 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. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Opel | Land Rover |
Model | Vectra | LR4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |