2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
