2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |