2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 216 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 2003 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |