2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 3,554 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 434 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2007 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.
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2007 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | SRX | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3554 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |