2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
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 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Vectra | Tango |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |