2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Saab 9-2x were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc, 2005 Saab 9-2x is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 183 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 Saab 9-2x 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 Saab 9-2x 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 Opel Vectra (321 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Vectra | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
