2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Hardbody | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1210 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 61 L |