2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |