2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Altima | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
