2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.

Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Wrangler 2007 Opel Vectra
Make Jeep Opel
Model Wrangler Vectra
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3966 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 174 km/hour 222 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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