2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 382 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Vectra | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
