2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Vectra | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Vectra | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |