2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2002 Porsche 996 and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Porsche 996 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Porsche Vauxhall
Model 996 Vectra
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 2172 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 371 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2710 mm


 

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