2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |