2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II 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 Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Terrano II | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |