2003 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Vauxhall Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
