2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 177 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 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Vectra | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
