2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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 (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Cube |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
