2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 6 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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 (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Vectra | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
