2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Opel Vectra and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 6 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |