2003 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 860 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Vauxhall Vectra | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |