2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vectra | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
