2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 Length | 4600 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |