2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra (371 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Sentra | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Sentra | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 371 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |