2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 806 would be higher. 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 41 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 88 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 806. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 806 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
