2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 251 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 Opel Vectra (280 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
