2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2007 Opel Vectra and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |