2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |