2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 227 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
