2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 262 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1404 mm |
