2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 822 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |