2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Avanti Studebaker and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Avanti | Opel |
Model | Studebaker | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5952 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |