2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan X-Trail | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | X-Trail | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
