2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 446 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Wrangler 2008 Opel Vectra
Make Jeep Opel
Model Wrangler Vectra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1949 kg 1503 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L