2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2003 Opel Vectra and 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Vectra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
