2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2003 Opel Vectra and 2003 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 211 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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 (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2003 Renault Espace | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |