2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan vs. 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6
To start off, both 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan and 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan. 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo Caravan | 2004 Opel Vectra Caravan 3.2 V6 | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
