2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
