2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Vectra | i10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
