2003 MCC ForFour vs. 2003 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2003 MCC ForFour 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2003 MCC ForFour 2003 Opel Vectra
Make MCC Opel
Model ForFour Vectra
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1331 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.4 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 176 km/hour 239 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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