2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Cavalier | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |