2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, both 2003 Opel Vectra and 2003 Holden Frontera were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2003 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Vectra | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Vectra | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |