2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
