2008 Opel Vectra vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 104 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
