2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Fox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |