2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 474 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Vectra | Borrego |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |