2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
