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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 135 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.

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 3958 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 174 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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