2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 937 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
