2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2004 Opel Vectra and 2004 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 306. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Peugeot 306 (205 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2004 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 306 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
