2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.

Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Vectra 2011 Hyundai Terracan
Make Opel Hyundai
Model Vectra Terracan
Year Released 2007 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3175 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 85.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 239 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 13.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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