2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Opel Vectra | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Vectra | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 105 L |