2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 809 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Titan | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2285 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
