2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
