2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 550 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Vectra | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
