2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
