2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 8 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 390 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Vectra | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
