2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan vs. 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan and 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan 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 3.2 V6 Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan. 2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra 3.2 V6 Caravan | 2006 Opel Vectra 1.8 Caravan | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
