2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2004 Opel Vectra and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |