2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |