2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vectra and 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (277 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
