2005 Opel Vectra 2.2 DTI vs. 2005 Opel Vectra Break

To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra 2.2 DTI and 2005 Opel Vectra Break were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra 2.2 DTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra 2.2 DTI (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra Break. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra 2.2 DTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra 2.2 DTI weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra Break. 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 2.2 DTI (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra Break. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra 2.2 DTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra Break.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Vectra 2.2 DTI 2005 Opel Vectra Break
Make Opel Opel
Model Vectra Vectra
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1510 mm


 

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