2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Maxima | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Maxima | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |