2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
