2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (277 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 233 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 92 L |
