2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
