2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Opel Vectra and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 747 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 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
