2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo vs. 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi
To start off, both 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo and 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi 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 3.0 V6 CDTi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo. 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 3.0 V6 CDTi (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo. 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra 2.0 Turbo | 2007 Opel Vectra 3.0 V6 CDTi | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
