2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Sprinter and 2006 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Sprinter | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |