2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |