2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Acadia | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |