2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2004 Opel Vectra and 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
