2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, both 2004 Opel Vectra and 2004 Saturn L were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. 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 (370 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2004 Saturn L | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Vectra | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 370 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |