2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
