2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |