2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
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 Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
