2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
