2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan vs. 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 2.0 Turbo
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan and 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 2.0 Turbo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan (277 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 2.0 Turbo. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 2.0 Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 2.0 Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 2.0 Turbo. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 2.0 Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra OPC 2.8 Caravan | 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 2.0 Turbo | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
