2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | CC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
