2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
