2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra.

Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Acadia 2007 Opel Vectra
Make GMC Opel
Model Acadia Vectra
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3563 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 153 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
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 Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L


 

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