2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra and 2006 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra.
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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
