2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
