2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Opel Vectra and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |