2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 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), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 812 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
