2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, both 2003 Opel Vectra and 2003 Rover 75 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 4 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2003 Rover 75 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Vectra | 75 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |