2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2007 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
