2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Murano | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
