2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |