2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Liberty | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |