2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |