2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Juke |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
