2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 746 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1732 mm |
