2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | SRX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
