2003 Lexus IS vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Lexus IS 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | IS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
