2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Altima | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |