2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 10 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 226 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Vectra | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |
