2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 397 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Vectra | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
