2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 848 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
