2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 2007 Opel Vectra and 2006 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
