2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
