2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 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 40 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 89 kg more 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 (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
