2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
