2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix35. 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 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Vectra | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
