2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 807 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
