2003 Lexus ES vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Lexus ES 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2003 Lexus ES.
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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus ES | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | ES | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
