2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 123 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 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |