2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 455 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 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
Model | Vectra | Antara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |