2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
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 @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Vectra | Elantra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |