2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
