2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 7 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Opel | Ascari |
Model | Vectra | A10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2636 mm |