2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2006 Nissan Almera 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera.

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, 2006 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Almera 2006 Opel Vectra
Make Nissan Opel
Model Almera Vectra
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2182 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 187 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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