2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 117 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Vectra | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
